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The list of names that are used to acquire a jury pool is provided by the Administrative Office of the Pennsylvania Courts. This list is created by combining the voters registration, drivers license, welfare, and tax records for residents of Westmoreland County. Names are randomly selected from that master list for possible service as a juror.

Jury Duty

The list of names that are used to acquire a jury pool is provided by the Administrative Office of the Pennsylvania Courts. This list is created by combining the voters registration, drivers license, welfare, and tax records for residents of Westmoreland County. Names are randomly selected from that master list for possible service as a juror.

The United States Government offers its citizens the basic right of trial by jury. By serving when called, you fulfill a vital role in our government. Without the cooperation of the citizens, we could not provide a fair and impartial system of justice. Why I Am Needed to Serve

Your duty is to weigh all the evidence and testimony presented to you and decide the outcome of the case based upon the law and evidence. Your decision must be fair, impartial, and free of any bias or prejudice.

Westmoreland County operates on a one day, one trial system. If you are not selected on a jury, a typical day lasts from 8:30 am until 4:00 pm, with a substantial lunch time available. However, if you are selected as a juror, the presiding judge will inform you of the length of the trial which on average lasts 2 to 3 days.

Jurors should dress comfortably but properly for a courthouse setting. Shorts, mini skirts, tank tops and halter tops are not permitted. If you report wearing clothing that is considered inappropriate, you will be asked to return home (at your own expense) to change into suitable attire.

There is parking available at the Robert Bell garage one block behind the courthouse; The cost is $6 for the day. Also, there are three metered lots on Maple Ave with 10-hour meters. You will need $4.00 in quarters to park there. There are several metered lots and spaces throughout the city, but many of them only offer a 2-hour time limit. Please DO NOT park at a 2-hour meter. Handicapped parking is available on Pennsylvania Avenue, which is located directly behind the courthouse. Public Parking Map

Because the jury process can take a considerable amount of time, jurors are encouraged to bring a book with them. Laptops are permitted and access to wireless internet is available in the jury assembly area. Cell phones and pagers are also permitted, but must be turned off when entering a courtroom.

There are rest rooms and vending machines available on the jury assembly room floor, and coffee service is provided. When dismissing for lunch, there is a cafeteria in the annex building of the courthouse, as well as numerous restaurants within walking distance. You may also bring a lunch with you. We have a comfortable room with tables so you may eat your bagged lunch comfortably. Local restaurants

You may have someone escort you to and from jury service. However, that person is not permitted to enter the jury assembly area. We have seating available outside the jury room where your guest may wait, and you may join them there.

You will be paid $9.00 per day, plus mileage. If you serve on a trial that lasts more than three days, your daily rate will increase to $25.00 on the 4th day. Payment is mailed to you approximately three weeks after completion of your service.

If you are unable to render jury service due to a physical or mental disorder, you may be excused or postpone your jury service. Simply check the "yes" box to question #10 on your juror questionnaire and further instructions will be mailed to you.

Citizens currently in active military service will be excused from jury duty. Simply check "yes" to question #8 on your juror questionnaire form. Also, if you are unavailable to fill out the form, someone may complete it for you.